There may still be a chance for Home Fires. According to Radio Times, the show’s creator is hoping to continue the cancelled ITV series.
Earlie this month, we reported the UK drama had been cancelled after two seasons. Home Fires stars Samantha Bond and Francesca Annis as members of the Women’s Institute during World War II.
Series creator Simon Block said he was surprised by the show’s cancellation:
It’s always difficult to gauge how things are going to go so you don’t quite know what the criteria for whether something’s going to carry on or not. It had held its audience, it had won its slots, figures were strong as far as I was told so in that sense I guess it was a surprise in that it went against what we were expecting based on the criteria we were told things get judged by.”
He mentioned that the fans’ response has been overwhelming:
I’ve been blown away. When the news came out that it had been cancelled, suddenly everything went ballistic and you really get a sense of how passionately people feel about it. That was really a bit of a shock.”
He later added that the show is exploring other avenues for a possible third season, but they are still in the process of “initial discussions.”
What do you think? Are you a fan of Home Fires? Would you like a third season?
Please, please reconsider and bring back Season 3 for Home Fires! It is the best show on TV. Why would you cancel a popular show. Millions of us want it back!
Please please have a third season, just to tie up all the loose ends. I feel they are family and not knowing who is dead or alive is awful. Best show since Downton Abbey.
I love this series. So well written and acted. The characters are portrayed with such sincerity and grace. PLEASE give us season 3!
I was so surprised to hear that Home Fires has been canceled. It has been a favorite with me and several of my ex pat friends. Very disappointed to be left hanging and wondering what will happen after the plane crash in the village.
Will Pat get away from Bob and eventually be reunited with her Czech friend ?
There are so many questions unanswered. Hope you will reconsider and continue the story.
Hell yes, I would like to see a season three, four or how ever many it takes to get to a conclusion. I wait long enough in between seasons as it is.
I hope and pray they find a way to continue. It is hard to understand the thinking of executives who would cancel a show with such quality writing and a tremendous cast. Not everyone wants to see froth and stupidity – I always have felt the British were so much above this but this decision has me doubting this thought. Please find a way to bring us more seasons of Home Fires!
I have been impressed by how fully characters were developed by just a few glimpses and the story lines were compelling. I want to find out more about how the loose ends will be tied up. As a matter of fact I’d like to live in Great Paxford.
Was very disappointed to learn the series, Home Fires, has been cancelled! Please reconsider and bring this wonderful show back to CBS!! I looked forward to watching it every Sunday and now it’s sad to think we won’t know the outcome of the plane crash, etc. Like not being able to finish reading a great book.
Say it’s not true!!! Don’t cancel this great show!!!
Oh my goodness !!! Just when I got all the storylines with each character straight….POOF !!! This was one of my favorite shows. Please reconsider it’s cancellation ! My sisters and I looked forward to watching Home Fires every Sunday. An early demise for a show makes me hesitant to watch another new series.
i can’t fathom why this compelling series has been cancelled. excellent ensemble cast–always my favorite; lots of fascinating plot lines; full of heart as well as being a gripping true-to-life drama; characters of a variety of ages and personalities… please renew
Love this program. I’ve been watching WWII films since I was a child. My first husband was in Europe during the war and my father was in the US Navy. So important to keep this period alive in our conscience. Excellent cast, production values. I want more!
LOVE Home Fires!!! Please bring it back. PLEASE!
How can they cancel season 3? At least finish the plot, especially about what Pat does to gain her independence. There are so many unfinished stories!
I love the series Home Fires and am greatly distressed with the news it is to be cancelled. I cannot imagine why it would be. The acting and storylines are all excellent. Please reconsider.